Carly Fiorina doesn’t shy away from tough topics or voicing her honest opinion. Her unparalleled experience in business, technology, government, and philanthropy position her perfectly to address the current dilemmas challenging U.S. businesses and the supply chain. As an individual who has climbed ladders and broken barriers in internationally known tech companies, her experience, stories, wisdom and advice will make Jump Start 2024 memorable.

Many of us love a good charcuterie board, but sometimes wonder just how to make a good one! Guests will participate in a workshop to learn tips to build fun and creative charcuterie boards that everyone will enjoy. Guests will stay for lunch at the Studio and then spend some time shopping at Vinings Jubilee before heading back to the Waverly for the evening networking reception.

Take part in an exclusive one-on-one discussion with C.H. Robinson’s President and Ceo Dave Bozeman as he joins Jump Start 2024 for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges and opportunities driving trucking and the next-generation supply chain.

For decades LTL has served as the backbone of the US supply chain. However, a July survey by Morgan Stanley among a sampling of brokers, carriers and shippers found 66% of brokers foresee permanent changes to LTL’s future while carriers and shippers agree to a slightly lesser degree. As industry professionals face the new realities of freight management, LTL has become a hot topic across boardrooms. What could the altered future of LTL look like? Buckle up as our knowledge expert unravels LTL’s path forward.

Speaker: Avery Vise, VP – Trucking | FTR

Take part in an exclusive one-on-one discussion with NMFTA’s Executive Director Debbie Sparks as she joins Jump Start for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges and opportunities driving trucking and the next-generation supply chain.

Moderator: Bill Cassidy, Sr. Editor – Trucking and Domestic Transportation | The Journal of Commerce
Speaker: Debbie Sparks, Executive Director | NMFTA

The 3PL industry is undergoing a game-changing, technology-driven transformation. The rise of digital freight matching, automated transactions, and end-to-end shipment visibility is altering the way 3PLs retain and communicate with both customers and service providers. This timely session explores the forces reshaping the services and technologies that will define the next-generation 3PL.

Moderator: Ellen Voie, Founder | Women in Trucking
Speakers: Joe Kniple, Senior VP – Revenue Management | Worldwide Express
Anne Reinke, President and CEO | Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)
Chad Rubner, CEO | Express Logistics, Inc.

Global economists project real GDP growth should pick up steam in 2024 to 2.5% and be more evenly distributed among regions. Tailwinds to growth in 2024 will largely come from fading shocks related to the pandemic, elevated inflation, and monetary policy tightening. While the 10-year economic outlook signals a prolonged period of disruptions and uncertainties for businesses, join renowned global economist Dr. Jeffrey Rosensweig from Emory University as he lays out the opportunities.

Financial experts believe that in 2024 the volatility that has dominated the domestic economy since the pandemic will diminish. Forecasts call for overall growth to return to more stable pre-pandemic rates, inflation drifting closer to 2%, and the Fed bringing rates back below 4%. Join Armada Corporate Intelligence’s Keith Prather as he gives his predictions for 2024.

From the inevitable mass introduction of autonomous trucks on US highways to fleet and maintenance optimization, artificial intelligence is the fastest evolving technology with the greatest potential to completely transform US trucking. Join us as MIT professor Dr. Yossi Sheffi explores the current state of AI in trucking, inclusive of several next-generation innovations that might surprise you.

Take part in an exclusive one-on-one discussion with Averitt’s Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing Kent Williams as he joins Jump Start 2024 for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges, and opportunities driving trucking and the next-generation supply chain.

Let’s bowl! Guests will take their game to the next level at Punch Bowl at The Battery, where they will hit the lanes and enjoy lunch. Later in the day guests can browse the shops at The Battery and top things off with a delicious dessert. Back at the Waverly, guests will have a fun night including dinner, and a show with stand-up comedienne, actress and author Leanne Morgan.

Trucking has traditionally treated AI solutions as a defensive mechanism. Artificial intelligence for carriers has proven to help better manage risk, reduce their carbon footprint, and optimize the customer experience. While the current array of AI solutions has indeed helped carriers, strictly playing defense tends to restrict thinking and overshadow the wealth of opportunities for elevating a company’s AI game to a new level. Join our panel of experts as we lay the groundwork for building your organization’s new offensive AI playbook.

Moderator: Jay Tomasello, Chief Information Officer | Forward
Speakers: Jim Badovinac, VP – LTL Commercial Development | Green Mountain
Pradeep Vachani, CEO | LYNXUS

Take part in an exclusive one-on-one discussion with Sheer Logistics’ Chief Technology Officer Rob Cook as he joins Jump Start for an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges and opportunities driving trucking and the next-generation supply chain.

Moderator: David Knight, Chief Technology Officer | SMC³
Speaker: Rob Cook, Chief Technology Officer | Sheer Logistics

From higher operating costs to fluctuating capacity, the trucking industry has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. While the issues rose sharply during the pandemic, a post-pandemic industry driven by collaboration and innovation persevered through a powerful blend of human expertise and technological solutions. But are the biggest challenges yet to come? This timely session provides an insider’s look at the trucking industry’s future challenges – and opportunities.

Moderator: Cathy Roberson, Trade Analyst | Journal of Commerce
Speakers: Rob Estes, President and CEO | Estes Express
Joe Finney, Chief Operating Officer | The Dependable Companies
Joel Pinsky, Chief Financial Officer | Global Messenger and Logistics

Join representatives of the NMFTA as they take a deep dive into near future enhancements, changes and updates as part of the roadmap for the future of freight classification. NMFTA experts will explore the overarching simplification of the NMFC, the advancement of the online tools and training for freight classing, and discuss the viewpoints from carriers, 3PLs and shippers regarding what the future holds for the use of the NMFC.

Moderators: Lesley Veldstra Killingsworth, Chairman | NMFTA
Debbie Sparks, Executive Director | NMFTA
Clete Cordero, VP - Pricing and Traffic | Southeastern Freight Lines
Adam Mercer - Classification Development Manager | NMFTA and FCDC Member
Joe Ohr - COO | NMFTA

Navigating the complexities of transportation and logistics requires a nuanced approach to managing shipper and consignee expectations. In this insightful session, participants will explore the strategies and best practices for fostering transparent and mutually beneficial relationships between customers and transportation providers. Gain valuable insights into effective communication, proactive issue resolution, and leveraging technology to streamline operations.

Moderator: Jeff Berman, Group News Editor | Peerless Media
Speakers: Madison Conway, VP – Marketing, Global | DDC FPO
Heather Dohrn, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer | Dohrn Transfer
Leah Drake, Manager, Contact Center Operations | DDC FPO

Tim Saylor, VP of Information Services at Averitt Express, and Tim Vander Pol, Executive Vice President of Peninsula Truck Lines, will join Alex Sciuto, Sr. Product Manager at Maven, for a presentation and engaging, candid conversation focusing on carrier perspectives on AI and its current and future impact on customers. How is AI incorporated into LTL operations, and who will this affect? Can large language models or other AI technology improve carrier customer service and NPS scores? What might the future look like for AI in LTL shipping? Hear industry leaders address these questions and more, while also learning about the practical applications of AI in LTL from Alex, an AI/ML subject matter expert and LTL operations technology specialist.

Speakers: Tim Vander Pol, Executive Vice President | Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc.
Tim Saylor, VP of Information Services | Averitt Express
Alex Sciuto, Sr. Product Manager | Maven

ake part in an exclusive one-on-one discussion with Pitt Ohio’s Geoff Muessig as he participates in an in-depth conversation on the trends, challenges and opportunities driving trucking and the next-generation supply chain.

Moderator: Mike Kelley, VP – Sustainability and Membership | SMC³
Speaker: Geoff Muessig, Executive VP and CMO | Pitt Ohio

Finish off the week at the annual Rise and Shine with a hand and neck massage before heading home. Relax, rejuvenate and recharge the mind, body and spirit.

Sometimes it feels like the only regulatory certainty is uncertainty. That can be frustrating – even detrimental – when preparing your business for the coming year. This timely panel measures the capitol’s pulse on infrastructure and the critical regulatory issues facing trucking.

Moderator: Randy Mullett, Found and Principal | Mullett Strategies, LLC.
Speakers: Shannon Newton, President | Arkansas Trucking Association
Bill Sullivan, Chief Public Affairs and Advocacy Officer | American Trucking Associations
Ellen Voie, Founder, Women in Trucking

There’s a growing disruption in the supply chain as data scientists have become the industry’s new superheroes. From demand forecasting, labor and asset management to procurement and pricing, this session explores how CIOs across logistics and the global supply chain are reaping the benefits of applying data science to their organizations.

Moderator: Victoria Kickham, Writer | DC Velocity
Speakers: Erica Brigance, VP – Data Science | ArcBest
Chris Orban, CTO and Co-Founder | JourneySCM